Places And Travel
9 Best Towns In Minnesota For A Two-Day Recharge
Discover these charming Minnesota towns that are perfect for a weekend getaway, from lakeside art hubs to historic streets and scenic outdoor escapes.
The First Public Parks Built In America
Boston Common has been public land since 1634 and people still cross it daily. The first public parks built in America, and how many are still parks today.
This Is Michigan's Quirkiest Little Town
Visit Frankenmuth in Michigan to get a slice of Germany. The town embraces its heritage in various fun and fascinating ways.
8 Stress-Free Maritimes Towns For A Weekend Retreat
These stress-free towns across the Maritimes offer coastal trails, historic sites, quiet beaches, and welcoming places to stay.
What An Independent City Actually Is
There are both pros and cons to attaining a "city" designation. But to understand what they are, it's important to know what an independent city actually is.
7 Most Walkable Town Centers In Maine
Discover the most walkable main streets and town centers of the New England state of Maine on the beautiful Atlantic coast.
6 Most Shark Infested Beaches In North Carolina
Learn which North Carolina beaches report the most shark bites, why sharks approach the coast, and how swimmers can reduce their risk.
8 Ideal Rhode Island Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026
Plan a three-day Rhode Island getaway with coastal towns, historic hotels, and seafood restaurants near beaches and scenic island escapes.
The National Park With Lava Tubes
Beneath Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, ancient lava rivers left behind vast underground tubes, including one of the longest cave systems on Earth.
The Oldest Numbered Highways In The United States
Highways revolutionized how Americans travel. But some have been around much longer than others. Here are the oldest highways in the country.
9 of the Friendliest Towns To Retire In Italy
Welcoming towns in Italy offer historic streets, lively festivals, and coastal scenery, plus a relaxed setting for retirement.
Britain’s Own Bayeux Tapestry Is in Reading, and It’s Free
Britain's Own Bayeux Tapestry Is in Reading, and It's Free. A full-size Victorian replica of the famous embroidery, with no ticket or queue.
Where People Are Moving To In Northern Ireland In 2026
Migration drove more than three-quarters of Northern Ireland's population growth. Here are the seven districts gaining residents fastest, and why.
11 Best Natural Wonders To Visit In Tasmania This Year
11 Best Natural Wonders To Visit In Tasmania This Year, from Wineglass Bay and Cradle Mountain to the Bay of Fires, Russell Falls, and Hastings Caves.
How Old Is The Average American Forest?
America’s forests look ancient, but much of today’s tree cover is surprisingly young, rebuilt after logging, fire, and decades of regrowth.
The Forests Growing On Old Lava Flows
Discover how forests reclaim lava flows across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and California, from ancient tree casts to vegetation just starting to take hold.
How Many Counties Are There In The United States?
The US has 3,007 counties, but Louisiana parishes, Alaska boroughs, Virginia independent cities and Puerto Rico municipios change the count.
9 Best Attractions To Visit In The Pacific Northwest
9 Best Attractions To Visit In The Pacific Northwest include Mount Rainier, the Space Needle, Crater Lake, Multnomah Falls, and Craters of the Moon.
This Montana Scenic Byway Is The Road Trip Of A Lifetime
Plan an unforgettable Beartooth Highway road trip in 2026, following one of America’s most scenic drives toward Yellowstone National Park.
8 Nicest Small Towns In New Mexico
Explore 8 of New Mexico's nicest small towns, from Red River's ski slopes to Mesilla's plaza and the hot springs of Truth or Consequences.
7 Best Towns In Wyoming For A Two-Day Recharge
Wyoming's natural endowment of millions of protected acreage make it a perfect wilderness backdrop to explore over a nice long weekend.
8 Fairy-Tale Small Towns In Washington
See Bavaria without crossing the Atlantic in Leavenworth, admire the mighty Columbia River Gorge in Stevenson, or enjoy the island ambiance of Gig Harbor.
11 Small Towns in The Great Lakes with the Best Downtowns
Steps from the water, these Great Lakes small towns hide wine trails, lift bridges, and speakeasies in their compact, walkable downtowns.
2026's 9 Most Scenic Northern California Towns
Waterfalls, sea glass, redwoods, and 60-foot surf. These nine Northern California towns are built around some of the best scenery in the state.
This Is The Most Welcoming Town In Arizona
Bisbee is the most welcoming town in the state, with quirky festivals, local restaurants, and welcoming shops in Arizona's colorful Mule Mountains.
8 Pennsylvania Towns Perfect For A Fresh Start
A fresh start needs more than cheap rent. Eight Pennsylvania towns that pair jobs, a real downtown, and affordable homes, from Carlisle to Meadville.
8 Overlooked Towns In Tennessee Worth Visiting
Discover Tennessee’s hidden gems—from historic Jonesborough to scenic Sparta—offering unique attractions beyond the usual tourist spots
8 Best Towns In Kansas For A Two-Day Recharge
Trade the noise for limestone storefronts, prairie trails, and Pony Express history in eight small Kansas towns made for a two-day recharge.
8 Prettiest Main Streetscapes In The Finger Lakes
Finger Lakes main streets end at gazebos, beaches, parks, and lakefront views, with historic storefronts packed into the blocks before the water.
10 Ideal Iowa Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026
Plan a three-day Iowa getaway in 2026 featuring historic towns and lake adventures with Dutch heritage, museums, architecture, and scenic trails.
The Largest Wetland In The United States
The largest wetland in the US isn't the Everglades. It's Alaska's Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta, the size of Louisiana. Why Alaska wins, and what the Everglades still holds.
8 Great Road Trips to Take on the Gulf Coast
Slow down on eight Gulf Coast road trips that hug the shoreline past salt marshes, barrier islands, historic lighthouses, and working ferry crossings.
11 Ideal The Adirondack Mountains Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026
Where to base a 3-day Adirondack weekend, from Lake Placid to Long Lake, with the beaches, trailheads, and museums a short walk from the room.
2026's 11 Best Small Towns To Visit In South Carolina
From Lowcountry harbors like Beaufort to mountain-edge Walhalla, discover 11 of South Carolina's best small towns to visit.
9 Stress-Free Oklahoma Towns For A Weekend Retreat
Discover stress-free Oklahoma towns for a weekend retreat, from Ardmore and Sulphur to Guthrie, Bartlesville, Ponca City, and Route 66 Weatherford.
9 Ideal Florida Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026
Florida offers stunning beaches, charming small towns, historic sites, and attractions. Activities include boating, scuba diving, exotic shopping, and dining.
8 Ideal West Virginia Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026
West Virginia's small towns are perfect for a 3-day weekend, whether you are looking for a view at the New River Gorge or a relaxing mineral bath.
The US Cities That Run Entirely On Groundwater
Some big US cities drink almost nothing but aquifer water. Memphis runs 100% on groundwater, joined by Miami, San Antonio, Tucson, Honolulu, and Long Island.
The National Forests Hiding Waterfalls
National forests were created to protect timber and water, and some of America’s most striking waterfalls came with the watershed.
8 Of The Friendliest Towns In Croatia
8 Of The Friendliest Towns In Croatia measure welcome by participation, with carnival at Samobor, a sword dance on Korčula, and horsemen riding at Sinj.